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This Opportunity

WSP USA is initiating a search for a **GIS/BIM Lead Consultant** out of our **Raleigh, NC & Denver, CO** area offices.

The **GIS BIM Manager** will report to WSP USA's National Transportation Digital Delivery team and is also responsible for implementing BIM initiatives nationally, such as providing guidance to staff with regards to training, company standards.

Responsible for performing project BIM and Information Management functions for major transportation infrastructure projects, the GIS/BIM Lead Consultant will be well versed in information management process and have previous experience leading multi-disciplinary project teams in all aspects of information production, delivery and exchange. The GIS/BIM Lead Consultant will also be responsible for managing BIM project delivery both internally and externally to WSP on projects and should have experience running coordination and production delivery meetings.

To accomplish this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Your Impact

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated GIS/BIM Lead Consultant to join our team and play a pivotal role in our digital delivery and asset management initiatives. The ideal candidate will leverage Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of our processes.

Key Responsibilities:

+ **Data Integration and Management:** Integrate various data sources into a cohesive system, including mapping and uploading asset data into the organization's GIS platform and Asset Management Information System (AMIS).

+ **Digital Delivery Support:** Ensure accurate representation and accessibility of GIS data to support digital delivery initiatives. Develop workflows to convert design data into usable GIS information.

+ **Asset Management Improvement:** Conduct assessments and develop implementation plans to improve asset management practices. Identify key gaps and provide tailored roadmaps for improvement.

+ **Collaboration and Coordination:** Collaborate with various departments and stakeholders, including marketing, IT, and customer service, to ensure successful project implementation. Coordinate with contractors and external partners to test and refine processes.

+ **Governance and Compliance:** Ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations. Provide direction and governance at key points in the development process.

Your Role:

+ Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements, compiling documentation, and analysis of incoming and existent data.

+ Assist with researching and illustrating the geography of project sites, as well as assisting with public exhibits relating to projects.

+ Assist technical staff and project managers by offering input and analysis with low-level threat mitigation activities, master planning, and permitting activities.

+ Work with cross-functional teams, CADD, and other technicians in executing project work.

+ Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.

+ Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

+ Access to the latest BIM Software and Integration Platforms

+ Deliver 3D modelling expertise to a variety of multidisciplinary projects in the MEP discipline.

+ Develop skills and capabilities of the design teams to assist project delivery within a BIM compliant project environment, relevant to project team needs.

+ Interfacing with multi-disciplinary project teams and supporting BIM & Digital Delivery benefits at project level.

+ Co-ordinate BIM resources for the team and report to team or section leader.

+ Set up BIM projects considering model strategy, standards and deliverables.

+ Suggests methods of model or drawing production to ensure optimum efficiency.

+ Liaise with design teams to program work and resource as applicable.

+ Assist with the spatial co-ordination of engineering services on projects.

+ Ensure compliance with CAD/BIM standards and report non-compliance.

+ Ensure technical software is configured correctly across contributors.

+ Provide training to engineering staff as required to input or review the model.

+ Manage the data store and housekeeping.

+ Manage delegated workload so deadlines are met and flag resourcing concerns.

+ Support the recruitment of new CAD/BIM staff testing skills and competencies.

+ Liaise with the Digital Delivery Leadership on any GIS or BIM issues.

+ Learning new software and processes

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

+ 8 to 12 years of GIS project experience specific to Transportation and Infrastructure.

+ Four-year Bachelor’s Degree in GIS, Geography, or related field

+ Proficiency using ESRI ArcGIS software including: ArcMap, ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online

+ Proficiency using FME Software’s to automate data workflows

+ Proficiency creating and maintaining web applications and dashboards

+ Background understanding of various engineering design software and how they interact with GIS platforms

+ Creative problem-solving, multi-tasking, and organizational skills

+ Strong production management capabilities and a proven understanding of project management methodologies

+ Excellent oral and written communication skills, proactive communicator and problem-solver

+ Strong attention to detail and demonstrated ownership and accountability for work

+ Capability to work in a dynamic environment, including a demonstrated willingness to be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities

+ Ability to work collaboratively with a wide array of individuals from various backgrounds, including engineers; planners; GIS professionals; federal, tribal, municipal and state government officials; and the public.

+ Strong track record of overseeing successful project delivery with a drive for quality product and financial excellence

+ Must be able to build rapport and establish positive relationships with existing and prospective WSP clients to ensure client-focused performance

+ Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and SharePoint

+ Solid work ethic and have the drive to be a leader in the company and in the professional community

Preferred Qualifications

+ Experience with State DOT transportation projects and workflows

+ Experience with Managing and Maintaining datasets for clients

+ Experience with Developing and Delivering Training Materials

+ Customization of GIS software using Python

+ Ability to travel periodically, as needed (less than 30% travel anticipated)

WSP Benefits:

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

**Expected Salary (Colorado only):** $110,700 - $188,200

WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position within the state of Colorado, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.

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About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

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WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.